The school program under IPCD (INTERGRATED PROGRAM FOR COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT) programme is called “leaders of tomorrow”. The project focused on Health, Disaster Preparedness, Humanitarian Values and Be safe, Outreach community programme. 79 Government schools are part of the project.( Indian Red Cross Society, Tamil Nadu State Branch)

Junior& Youth Red Cross -Youth peer education programme on HIV/AIDS

In India people in the age group of 15-29 years comprise almost 25 percent of the country’s population; however, they account for 31 percent of AIDS burden. This clearly indicates that young people are at high risk of contracting HIV infection.

Peer education has proven to be the most effective method to impart knowledge and skills among adolescents and youths of such a sensitive issue.

The Indian Red Cross state branches organize Junior & Youth Red Cross interstate and inter- district camps to create a friendly environment for interaction and cultural exchange. The camp allows youth to share their Red Cross experiences and learn many activities.

The Indian Red Cross Society provides opportunities to the youth to visit international camps and participate in youth exchange programmes.

You can never be younger than what you are right now, and its never too late to begin with us”. Be a part of us.